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he 29th annual Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-Off will run Wednesday, August 30st to Monday, September 4th. This must-attend culinary, music and craft festival is open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday. Admission is free! More than 500,000 visitors and 241,000 pounds of ribs were served in 2016. The wide variety of activities within the event, including a huge arts and crafts show, a Beer Garden featuring craft beers, a carnival area with rides and activities and top-notch entertainment – not to mention, the

best BBQ in the country – all come together to draw thousands of people to Victorian Square every Labor Day weekend. Similar crowds are expected for 2017. 22 of the country’s most decorated and talented rib cookers will feed event goers, while competing for a total cash purse of $19,000, and the title of “Best in the West” – a designation many cookers consider to be the ultimate prize in high-volume competitive BBQ. Last year, Rasta Joe’s, out of Rochester, IN, was the top winner and People’s Choice went to Montana Q Bar-B-Que House!

2017 Rib COOk-Off Judges Head Judge:

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alan Zeman

RATIONAL USA

allen PieRleOni

Travel and Food Writer for the Sacramento Bee

kelly ann sCOtt

Editor of the Reno Gazette-Journal

ken Wayne

KTVU Weekend Anchor

matt Russell

Host of On the Menu...Live!

mike PeteRs

Co-host of the Great American BBQ Tour

sPud HiltOn

Travel Editor of the San Francisco Chronicle

Rudy “RJ” PalOminOs

Program Director at Reno Media Group

genO maRtini

Sparks City Mayor

Jave PatteRsOn

KOZZ Radio, Two Doods Reviews

bRian allen

Sparks Chief of Police

CHRis maPles

Sparks Fire Department Chief

kaRen Cannan

Professor/Program Coordinator, TMCC Culinary Arts

Learn more about The Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-Off at Website: www.nuggetribcookoff.com faCebOOk: www.facebook.com/nuggetribs tWitteR: @nuggetribs instagRam: @nuggetribs

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OffiCial event HasHtag: #NuggetRibs PinteRest: www.pinterest.com/nuggetribs yOutube: www.youtube.com/user/nuggetribs

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Aussom Aussie LOCATI ON :

Pittsburgh, PA (ORI gI N : Syd Ney, AUSTRALI A)

About us: Aussom Aussie is Australia’s mostaccomplished barbecue chef with more than 375 awards for best BBQ in the USA and Canada. A veteran of nearly 30 years in the International BBQ Circuit, Paul “Aussom Aussie” Mackay started competing in BBQ contests in 1988. After several years, he and his father developed their very own traditional Australian fruit-based barbecue sauce. Taking on the best barbecue chefs, he came to North America to prove he had a winning formula. Paul’s sauces, seasonings and supplies are simply the best you can buy, if you take the art of Barbie (BBQ) seriously. Winning 5 Best Ribs, 7 People’s choices and 4 Best Sauce awards in 2016, Aussom Aussie is looking to defend their 2015 victory for Best Sauce, as well as take the coveted title of “Best in West” at the 2017 Nugget Rib Cook-Off!

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Austin’s texAs lightning bbQ L O C AT IO N :

burr ridge, il

www.texaslightningbbq.com Facebook: facebook.com/ TexasLightningBBQ

History: Best Sauce 2015, 3rd 2004, 2nd 2002, 1st 2001, 5th 2000 www.aussomaussie.com Facebook: Facebook.com/AussomAussie Twitter: @aussomaussie

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bAck Forty texAs bArbecue LOCATI ON :

PleAsAnt hill, cA

About us: Jeff and his team compete regularly in contests against the nation’s finest barbecue operations. As one of the nation’s top barbecue teams, Back Forty Texas Barbecue has been invited to compete in the Rib Cook-Off every year since 1991. The judges regularly vote Back Forty the #1 Barbecue in California and twice voted Back Forty’s barbecue sauce as Best in the Nation. In 1993, Back Forty opened a restaurant in Shingle Springs, CA and in 1995, Back Forty served travelers at the Roseville, CA location. In 2007, Back Forty Pleasant Hill opened the Roadhouse & Saloon 20 miles up Interstate 680 from San Ramon. History: 4th 2015, People’s Choice 2014, People’s Choice 2012, 1st 2011, People’s Choice 1997, 5th 1996, Best Sauce 1996, 4th 1995, Best Sauce 1995, 4th 1992 www.backforty.us Facebook: facebook.com/BackForty

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About us: Austin’s Texas Lightning BBQ is from Burr Ridge, Illinois, and they’ve been on the road for 30 years, competing in cook-offs across the United States. Pitmaster Nikki Haggerty and her team have won numerous awards over the years, including awards at the Chicago Windy City Rib Fest and the Mankato Ribfest in Minnesota. This will be their third time at Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-Off, but Haggerty has been to the cookoff for many years as part of her father’s competitive barbecue team, Chicago BBQ.

About us: The Barbecue Company has N AMe :

the bArbecue comPAny L O C AT IO N :

Phoenix, Az

been in business since 1987 and has been a cooker at the Nugget Rib Cook off for 26 years. They have won well over 100 awards in National and Regional Competitions through the United States including Sparks, Nevada, Naperville, Illinois, Houston Texas, Phoenix, Arizona, Cleveland, Ohio, Wausau, Wisconsin and many other events like the World Pork expo Cook Off, Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook off and many others. The Barbecue Company has been featured on the Food Network, the Travel Channel’s “Rib Paradise” and “Meatloaf Paradise” Shows, PBS and the Outdoor Living Network. Their competition sauces and rubs have won prestigious awards at the International Fiery Food Show, The NBBQA Sauce and Rub Challenge and 1st place awards for sauces and rubs at the KCBS American Royal International BBQ Competition.

History: Best Sauce 2008, 4th 2001, 5th 1998, Best Sauce 1998, 2nd 1997, 1st 1995, 3rd 1993 www.thebbqco.com Facebook: The Barbecue Company Grill & Café

About us: Family owned and operated for over N Am e:

bj’s bArbecue LoCAti oN :

spArks, nv

30 years, BJ’s Nevada Barbecue Company is a Reno-Sparks locals’ favorite. BJ’s Victorian Avenue Restaurant serves up breakfast, lunch and dinner, including delicious BBQ pork ribs, beef brisket, chicken, shredded pork, Louisiana hot links, salads, burgers, wings and more!

About us: Carson City BBQ is one of

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Nevada’s most award-winning barbecue companies! their first contest was the Arizona Rib Round Up. they tried their luck again at the Best on the mountain Horizon Rib Cook-off and won best sauce. Following this, they won 1st or 2nd place for sauce and 1st place for ribs over the next five years. in 1998, they entered the Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-off for the first time! Carson City BBQ also offers year-round catering.

cArson city bbQ L o C At io N :

cArson city, nv

History: 4th 2010, 2nd 2006, 5th 2005, 4th 2000, 1st 1998, 3rd 1994, Best Sauce 1992 www.bjsbbq.com Facebook:facebook.com/pages/BJs-Nevada-BarbecueCompany/113186409907

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bone DADDy’s bbQ LoCAti oN :

MiDlAnD, Mi

About us: Bill Wall married his wife, Kim,

while he was in town competing at the Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-off one year! their beautiful daughter, Jessica, has been attending shows with them since she was little and still helps out today. in 2005, Bone Daddy’s opened a restaurant in midland, michigan. today, Bill and Kim continue to offer award-winning food through their catering and restaurant business and they are still winning competitions throughout michigan and the USA. the best of all these competitions is the Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-off, in which Bone Daddy’s has been invited to compete since 1990.

History: Best Sauce 2009, Best Sauce 2004, People’s Choice 2003 www.carsoncitybbq.com

About us: Checkered Pig BBQ is a national

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checkereD pig bbQ LoC At io N :

MArtinsville, vA

competition cooking team based out of racing country – martinsville, Virginia. Checkered Pig travels all over the United States serving award-winning ribs and a Southern-style menu, including America’s Leanest pork barbecue.

History: Best Sauce 2016, 5th 2014, 5th 2012, 4th 2007, 1st 2004 www.checkeredpig.com Facebook: facebook.com/Checkeredpig/ Twitter: @checkered_pig Instagram: @checkered_pig

History: 2nd 2016, 1st 2015, People’s Choice 2015, 2nd 2014, 3rd 2011, People’s Choice 2011, 1st 2010, People’s Choice 2010, 2nd 2009, People’s Choice 2009, 1st 2008, 5th 2006, 3rd 2003, 1st 1999

www.bonedaddysbarbecue.com Facebook: facebook.com/bonedaddysBBQ

About us: Since buying our first mobile pit in N Am e:

bourbon Q LoCAti oN :

westport, ky

1984, team BourbonQ has competed coast to coast in dozens of local and national cooking events winning numerous awards for our ribs and signature products. We bring a bit of the “Bleu-grass” with us; you will love our (often imitated, but never duplicated) Famous Blue Cheese Coleslaw. You can find our award-winning sauces and rubs on the shelves in hundreds of retailers across North America and abroad.

About us: tom Ferguson, owner and BBQ expert, had a vision of creating Chicago’s ultimate BBQ experience, after retiring from owning a chain of italian restaurants in suburban Chicagoland. in 1985, tom started competing in national Rib Cook-offs. then in 1986, the Chicago BBQ Company won the title of the Best Ribs in the World at the Richmond World invitational Rib Cook-off and the awards started flowing in. With over 300 national and local awards, tom is still going strong. He also has the bragging rights of winning over ten awards at the Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook off. tom brings his love and passion to every slab served!

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chicAgo bbQ coMpAny Lo C At io N :

burr riDge, il

History: 4th 2009, 5th 2008 www.bourbonq.com Facebook: facebook.com/KentuckyBourbonQ Twitter: @KentuckyBourbonQ Instagram: @BourbonQ

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butch’s sMAck your lips bbQ LoCAti oN :

Mt. lAurel, nj

About us: Butch Lupinetti was a jovial, colorful, kissing pitmaster who left his New Jersey home every spring and summer and traveled across the country competing and winning awards for decades. His proudest achievement came when he won a throwdown against Bobby Flay on the Food Network. At his passing, he held over 500 national and international awards. Now his daughter, Aly Lupinetti, and her husband, matt meyer, continue in those winning ways. We cook our meat North Carolina style, using a dry rub which contains a blend of 30 different spices. our sauces (gluten free) compliment the flavor and come in 5 varieties, mild, Spicy Sweet, Happy Apple, Pyro and, if you dare, Super Pyro. Remember Butch’s mantra “Cook ’em low, cook ’em slow, serve no swine before it’s time!”

History: People’s Choice 2013, 1st 2012, 2nd 2011, 5th 2010, 2nd 2008, 2nd 2005, 3rd 1999, 3rd 1998, 4th 1996, 3rd 1991 www.chicagobbq4u.com Facebook: facebook.com/chicagobbqcompany NA m e :

DesperADo’s bbQ & rib co. LoC At io N :

hinckley, oh

About us: Desperado’s BBQ & Rib Co. is also known by their famous slogan, “Lick my Ribs.” the company, owned by Donna Rice, operates out of Hinckley, ohio. Rice serves up delicious ribs, beef brisket, pulled pork, cornbread, mac & cheese and more. their gluten-free sauce has won the Best Sauce in America award and Desperado’s took home 1st Place in the Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-off in 2014. their competitive barbecue team has won 1st place trophies in 26 states.

History: 1st 2014, 5th 2013, 1st 2009, 2nd 2007, 3rd 2005, People’s Choice 2004, 3rd 1997 www.lickmyribs.com

History: 4th 2014, People’s Choice 2008, People’s Choice 2006, 1st 2005 www.smackyourlipsbbq.com • Twitter: @Butchsbbq Facebook: facebook.com/ButchesBBQ/ AUgUSt 30 – SePtemBeR 4, 2017

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WeD, aug 30 - Mon, SePt 4, 2017 Victorian Square, Sparks, NV on Victorian Ave., between 14th Street & Pyramid Way.

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nient access, there are two free shuttles to and from the event. In Sparks, you can park at the Iron Horse Shopping Center at 535 E. Prater Way. For those located in south Reno, the Reno-Sparks Convention Center is offering another free shuttle in their parking lot on the corner of Coliseum Way and Peckham Lane. Shuttles from both locations run Wednesday – Sunday, 11:00 am – 10:00 pm. On Monday, both shuttles will run from 11:00 am – 7:00 pm. Shuttles will take event goers to the RTC Centennial Plaza, near Victorian Avenue and 14th Street, just steps away from the action!

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WINNER OF 10 BEST IN THE WEST AWARDS FOR BEST RIBS & BEST SAUCE SINCE 1994

Find us at The Nugget Rib Cook-Off on the Northwest corner of Victorian Ave. & Victorian Plaza Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter @BBQAndyJ

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kiDS’ area: Children will delight in an array of rides and activities. The kids’ area will be located with craft vendors on the corner of 14th Street & Victorian Avenue, and will include games and exciting rides for kids of all ages. Ride tickets will be available for purchase just outside the kids’ area.

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Desperado’s BBQ & Rib Co. is also known by their famous slogan, “Lick My Ribs.” They serve delicious beef and pork ribs, homemade mac & cheese and much more. Their meat and sauce is gluten-free. Desperado’s won 1st Place in the Best in the West Nugget

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Rib Cook-Off in 2014. Their competitive barbecue team has won 1st place trophies in 26 states. They won 1st in 2014, 5th 2013, 1st 2009, 2nd 2007, 3rd 2005, 3rd 1997. They were the 1st People’s Choice winner in 2004.

PLEASE VOTE DESPERADO’S FOR PEOPLE’S CHOICE!

Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-Off 4th 2014, People’s Choice 2008, People’s Choice 2006, 1st 2005 www.SMACKYOURLIPSBBQ.com august 30 – september 4, 2017

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About us: Dave started with a hankerin’ for fine NA ME :

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FAmous DAve’s bbQ LOC AT IO N :

minnetonkA, mn Reno, nv

barbecue and a desire to make the finest slowsmoked barbecue folks had ever tasted. He visited rib shacks, roadside joints, every hole-in-the-wall or fancy pants supper club he could, in search of the most BBQ succulent meats savory seasoning and lip-smackin’ sauces around. After 25 years of tastin’ and cookin,’ Dave decided he had to share. He’s received more awards than he has walls to hang ’em on. Over 300 in all. But that’s for you to judge, ’cause after all, you’re their best critics. Come on in, they’ll treat y’all right.

History: 2nd 2015, 3rd 2014, 1st 2013, 3rd 2012, Best Sauce 2012, 4th 2008, 1st 2007, People’s Choice 2007, 1st 2006, People’s Choice 2005 www.famousdaves.com Facebook: facebook.com/famousdavesreno/

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HoLe in tHe WALL bbQ LO C AT IO N :

eugene, oR

About us: In 1992, they moved from Arizona to Oregon and were in need of some delicious barbecue, but couldn’t find any! So, they decided to solve the problem themselves and bought a property. After a whole year of intense renovations, Hole in the Wall BBQ was born. Hole in the Wall BBQ is Eugene and Springfield’s best kept secret. This Oregon-based cooker is best known for their authentic daily slow-smoked barbecue meats and dry rubs that create that genuine deep barbecue flavor. They are known for their famous Smoked Half-Pound Cheese and Bacon Burger, Prime Rib French Dip, Smoked Meatloaf – just to name a few. www.holeinthewallbbq.com Facebook: facebook.com/holeinthewallbbq

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About us: Joey Sutphen has operated Sutphen’s Family-Style Restaurants since 1950. They are the barbecue that all others are measured by in the Texas Panhandle for more than 40 years. Visiting 11 states and 15 cities annually, they’ve served wood-cooked and wood-smoked BBQ to the Texas delegation of the U.S. Congress, the Governor and distinguished guests and approximately 2,600 crew members at the christening of the USS Texas, factory workers in Oregon and Tennessee, Phillips Oil men working in the North Sea, celebrity fox hunts in Massachusetts, New York and Connecticut and celebrity tennis tournaments at La Costa Resort in Carlsbad, California. History: 3rd 2016, Best Sauce 2002, 1st 1997, 2nd 1995, 1st 1992, 4th 1991, 2nd 1989 www.texasthunderbbq.com

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just north of memphis LOCati ON :

minneApolis, mn

About us: Located just south of the Mississippi River in Clearwater, MN, Jon and Kristy Bigalk operate their family-owned barbecue business now called Just North of Memphis (formerly Willingham’s). For more than 20 years, Kristy and Jon have been cooking and competing with their Memphis-style barbecue all over the United States each summer, serving tens of thousands of people the best barbecue they can. With their new sauce affectionately named “Sweet Kristy’s,” 2012 was a breakout year for their barbecue team, winning 1st place awards in Minneapolis, Sioux Falls, Columbus, Lincoln, Omaha and Miami.

About us: in 1993, “Rasta Joe” alexander turned his passion for barbecuing into a national award-winning business. the accolades and prize money started rolling in when Rasta Joe perfected his “Jamaican Style” sauce recipe after five trips to the Caribbean, where Joe discovered that blending local spices and flavorings – including Jamaican Rum – livened up his barbecue sauce even more. Considered by many to be one of the country’s top BBQ chefs, Rasta Joe continues to win national rib cook-off competitions from coast to coast. Joe takes his Southern Pride 700 Cooker on the traditional summer festival and fundraising circuit.

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rAstA joe’s bbQ inc. LO C at iO N :

plYmouth, in

www.jnomemphis.com Instagram: @jnombbq

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Kinder’s custom meAts inc. LOCati ON :

concord, cA

About us: three generations of hard work and family pride began in 1946, when John Kinder opened his first meat market in San Pablo, Ca. in 1985, Kinder’s relocated to Concord, Ca and the business became a popular neighborhood meat market, deli and catering company. Kinder’s now boasts 15 franchise locations throughout Northern California and Northern Nevada. Over the years, Kinder’s has developed their own collection of award-winning BBQ sauces, marinades, rubs and spices. the combination of Kinder’s products with a passion to make every customer feel at home has made each location a thriving success. History: 3rd 2013, 4th 2011, 2nd 2010, 3rd 2009, 5th 2007, Best Sauce 2007, 4th 2005, 2nd 2003, Best Sauce 2003, People’s Choice 2002, People’s Choice 2000 www.kindersbbq.com

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montAnA Q LOCati ON :

frenchtown, mt

History: 1st 2016, 3rd 2010, 2nd 2004, 5th 2002, 3rd 2000, 2nd 1998, 5th 1997, Best Sauce 1997, 3rd 1996 www.rastajoe.com Facebook: facebook.com/RastaJoes

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texAs outlAw bArbecue LOCat iO N :

elizAbethtown, KY

About us: Montana Q Bar-B-Que House joins us from Frenchtown, Montana. Montana Q was founded in 2010 by tom Moua and Mary Hang after years of backyard barbecuing for family and friends. they recently took home the “People’s Choice” award in the 2015 Miles City Cowtown Cook-Off.

About us: Jim iS texas Outlaw Barbecue. For 16 years, Jim has kept the BBQ on the road and it has paid off, as texas Outlaw Barbecue is one of only two three-time 1st place winners at the Best in the West Nugget Rib CookOff. Jim has won seven awards in Sparks and is looking forward to this year’s competition. Restaurant manager Paul keeps the doors open back home at texas Outlaw Barbecue Restaurant. everything is made from scratch. the meat is hand-cut and smoked all day long. Jim keeps his recipes to himself, but feel free to stop by and talk to him! History: 5th 2016, 5th 2015, 2nd 2013, 3rd 2008, 1st 2003, 1st 2002, 1st 2000, 2nd 1999, 2nd 1994 www.texasoutlawbbq.com Facebook: facebook.com/TexasOutlawBBQ

History: 4th 2016, People’s Choice 2016 www.montanaque.com Facebook: facebook.com/MontanaQ79 Twitter: @MontanaQ Instagram: @Montanaqbbqhouse

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porKY ‘n’ beAns bbQ LOCati ON :

port sAint lucie, fl

About us: Porky-N-Beans has been a proud member of the National award Winning Rib Cookers of america since 1983. they are national rib cook-off contenders and travel between 10,000 and 15,000 miles a year competing in cities from St. Paul, Minnesota to Fort Lauderdale, Florida. they have won numerous rib cook off titles such as the prestigious Golden Rib award and Best Ribs in america.

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uncle bub’s LOC at iO N :

westmont, il

History: 4th 2013, Best Sauce 2014, Best Sauce 2013, 4th 2012, 5th 2011, 5th 2009, Best Sauce 2006 www.porkynbeans.com

About us: Don’t be fooled by their laid-back country look when you approach the booth. Uncle Bub’s takes its BBQ seriously. they have been operating a family run BBQ business for twenty years and have won multiple 1st place awards for their BBQ including back-to-back victories at “Ribfest Chicago” and the coveted 1st place “Best in the West” trophy for their BBQ sauce. Uncle Bub’s BBQ has been featured on “Chicago’s Best”, “eating america” and “Windy City Live”, as well as several news media outlets across the country. they are best known for award winning ribs, flavorful pulled pork and fork-tender beef brisket. also, their BBQ rub and sauces are both gluten free! they’ll be feeding you so good, you’ll cry “Uncle!” History: 3rd 2015, Best Sauce 2011 www.unclebubs.com Facebook: facebook.com/unclebubs Twitter: @unclebubsbbq

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love & theft

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eric PAslAy

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eric paslay delivers a powerful punch as a renowned, platinum-selling, hit songwriter and dynamic performer. paslay has celebrated five No. 1 hits, including “even If It breaks Your Heart” (eli Young band), “barefoot blue Jean Night” (Jake Owen), and “angel eyes” (Love & theft). “Friday Night” is the smash lead single from his critically acclaimed, self-titled debut album. the temple, texas, native is a recent grammy nominee and a current song of the Year nominee for “she Don’t Love You.”

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a Flock of seagulls are an english new wave and synthpop band originally formed in 1980 in Liverpool by michael “mike” score (keyboards, vocals) and his brother alister “ali” James score (drums); with their most famous line-up consisting of the score brothers along with Francis Lee “Frank” maudsley (bass) and paul reynolds (guitar). they became notable in the 1980s for their video for “I ran (so Far away)”. the band has also won a grammy award.

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Wednesday, august 30 6:00 pm Bon Fire (Tribute to AC/DC)

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these talented tunesmiths promise the inevitable arrival of new material and as they approach their third decade, gin blossoms remain a rare breed – rock ‘n’ roll lifers, destined to continue creating, crafting, and performing for audiences ever rapt by their glorious catalog of material. the band’s fusion of pop, melodic rock, Folk and Country elements took the airwaves by siege.

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Whiskey on my breath—the duo’s third album—marks a significant creative statement for the two country singersongwriter-guitarists, whose resume already includes a long series of career highlights. Having already established themselves as one of country’s hottest young acts, the aCm/Cma/Cmtnominated twosome take their music to the next level on Whiskey on my breath.

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Night ranger has earned widespread acclaim, multiplatinum and gold album status, while leaving their indelible mark on the music charts with a string of best-selling albums (Dawn patrol, midnight madness, 7 Wishes, big Life and man in motion), its popularity fueld by an impressive string of instantly recognizable hit singles and signature album tracks.

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While it’s true that the romantics took much of their simple thunder from the british Invasion, their primary influence was the Frenzied excitement of the late 60’s Detroit rock scene. the romantics took the essence of this scene and translated it to suit their own modern experience. they favored short brash songs, “punk short” hair and popularized red leather suits.

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